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Facing Murder or Homicide Charges? We'll Fight With Everything We Have.

When the state is seeking the harshest penalties Texas allows, you need a defense team that won't back down. Request a free case review.

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A homicide charge in Dallas puts your life on the line from the first phone call

Detectives asked questions, family stopped calling, and bond might as well be a lottery ticket. You're trying to sleep in a cell or a spare room while the state builds its story. The weight on your chest when you think about prison isn't going away on its own. Decades or life without parole is on the table when the charge is murder. You need trial lawyers who won't flinch at the evidence pile.

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Facing criminal charges in Dallas... they needed someone who fought for them

Here's what they had to say.

Most efficient, trustworthy law firm I've had experience with. Loved every second of dealing with them. Thank you, Mr. Jim Spangler!

Jason O.

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Jim Spangler is hands down the most genuine, hard-working, honest attorney, and is willing to go the extra mile to ensure he does everything within his power to represent you fully, no matter the case.

Jonathan M.

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I would give him 10 stars if I could! Best attorney hands down!

Emily C.

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This is an amazing team! Scared was an understatement. They helped me get peace of mind. I can't even put into words how safe I felt! They actually care! Communicated with me daily, anytime I called they answered.

Zee P.

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When you need legal help, you need a lawyer you can trust. That's exactly what I got with Spangler Law. From our very first consultation, they put my mind at ease, explaining complex legal jargon in terms I could understand.

Alice M.

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Jim went above and beyond for my case. Walked me through every step! Every time I needed him, he showed up. Definitely recommend Jim Spangler to be your attorney. Thank you again, Jim. Truly appreciate it.

Nayla P.

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Jim, once hired, got my fiancé out of jail as soon as he said he would. Well, even better, he got the charges dropped! Thanks, Jim, for following through and doing exactly what you said you would do!

Jamie J.

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I highly recommend Jim Spangler! He provided exceptional legal representation to us. His expertise, dedication, and professionalism were truly impressive, and he achieved a favorable outcome for us.

Vanessa S.

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Jim and his co-lawyer, Huma Yasin, are so learned and professional. Huma would keep me posted all the time and finally got my case dismissed successfully. She is friendly, hard-working, and dedicated to her clients.

Shahid S.

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Huma did an amazing job getting me the best outcome possible with the dismissal of my case. Very happy with your services and would recommend to anyone. If I need a lawyer again, I'll hire Spangler Law.

Javier M.

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When the stakes are life and freedom, you need a team that won't back down

Murder and homicide charges bring the harshest penalties Texas allows. Detectives build their file fast, bond is hard to get, and the pressure to plead starts before you've seen the evidence against you.

Hi, I'm Jim Spangler. My team takes serious felony cases to trial across Dallas County. We investigate witnesses, forensics, and police procedure when the state is seeking decades or life without parole.

You need lawyers who'll read every page of discovery and fight in court, not ones who push a quick deal because the charge sounds scary. Request a free case review and we'll call you back, usually within one business day.

Dallas criminal defense attorney Jim Spangler
Jim Spangler

Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney

850+ dismissals since 2014

Real outcomes for real clients

Case Results

Police lights at night

Assault

All cases dismissed

  • Pretrial Diversion - All Cases Dismissed

How 3 felony charges were dismissed through pretrial diversion

20 yrs

Max prison time

3

Charges filed

0

Days in prison

100%

Charges dropped

Original charges: Assault of Peace Officer, Evading Arrest, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

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Courtroom setting

Threats

Case dismissed

  • No conviction, charge dismissed

How a terroristic threat charge was dismissed with no conviction

1 yr

Max jail time

1

Charge filed

0

Convictions

Clean

Record outcome

Original charges: Terroristic Threat

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Theft

Felony dismissed

  • Dismissed before trial

How a felony theft over $30k was dismissed before trial

10 yrs

Max prison time

$30k+

Theft amount

0

Prison time

None

Felony on record

Original charges: Theft > $30k (dismissed)

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Police vehicle search

Assault

Dismissed before trial

  • Dismissed after setting case for trial

How an assault with a deadly weapon charge was dismissed at trial

20 yrs

Max prison time

Felony

Charge level

Trial

Case set for

Free

Final outcome

Original charges: Assault w/ Deadly Weapon

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Robbery

Probation, not prison

  • 8 years deferred adjudication probation

How aggravated robbery avoided a 10-year prison sentence

10 yrs

State's offer

Life

Max sentence

8 yrs

Deferred probation

0

Prison time

Original charges: Aggravated Robbery, Evading Arrest with a Vehicle

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Controlled substances and legal paperwork

Drug & Weapons

4 years probation

  • 4 years deferred adjudication/probation

How gun and drug felonies became probation instead of prison

20 yrs

Max prison time

3

Felony charges

4 yrs

Deferred probation

0

Prison time

Original charges: Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon (UPF) x 2, manufacture and delivery, Possession of controlled substance

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Why Choose Spangler Law?

A History of Success

Former Public Defender

Jim Spangler started as a public defender in Indiana and Dallas before founding Spangler Law. With over a decade of experience, he leads a team built on dedication, public service, and fighting hard for clients across North Texas.

850+ Cases Dismissed

Since 2014, Jim has secured over 850 case dismissals and won felony trials across Dallas. Our attorneys and legal staff stay focused on getting the strongest possible outcome for every client we represent in Texas courts each day.

A Passionate Advocate

Spangler Law is a passionate advocate for you. No matter what charges you face in Dallas, our team fights with trial experience, legal knowledge, and courtroom skill honed over years of serious felony case work across North Texas.

Free Consultations

At Spangler Law, the first step is understanding your unique situation. We offer free consultations so you can discuss your case, get an honest read on options, and decide next steps with no fee and no obligation to hire us today.

FREE Case Review for Your Murder or Homicide Charge in Dallas (850+ Cases Dismissed Since 2014!)

Facing murder or homicide charges in Dallas? Send this form for a free case review with no obligation. Jim Spangler's team reviews your charges and court dates, then calls you back, usually within one business day, to talk through next steps.

  • See what fighting your case could involve before you commit to anything.
  • Get a call back within one business day so you're not left waiting.
  • Weigh options against a track record of 850+ dismissals since 2014.
  • Share your charges and court dates so the first conversation starts with context.
  • No obligation to hire after the free review. You stay in control.
  • Call the Dallas office at (214) 937-4389 anytime if you'd rather talk now.

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